Tomáš Verner

Czech figure skater and national champion

Tomáš Verner - Czech figure skater and national champion
Born

June 3rd, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Czech Republic

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Born in 1986, an accomplished figure skater represented the Czech Republic in multiple international competitions. Achievements include competing in the World Championships and European Championships. In 2008, secured the title of European Champion. Continued to contribute to the sport through coaching and mentoring young athletes.

Won the European Championship in 2008

Competed at the World Championships

Represented the Czech Republic at the Olympics

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